Riga 3-Hour Bike Tour of Historic Suburbs and Central District
by Riga Events and Tours SIA
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€78Overview
The tour’s highlight is cycling through Riga’s oldest suburb, once the Jewish ghetto during World War II, where participants spend about 30 minutes learning its history. The route also includes a visit to the Old Jewish cemetery and the Moscow district, known for its distinctive wooden houses. The 3-hour guided bike tour begins in Riga’s town square with a brief history introduction. It continues to spots explaining the Latvian riflemen and events around 1905 during the Russian Empire’s last years. Riding along the Daugava riverbank, riders see Riga’s TV and Radio tower before entering the central district. Here, the tour passes long bike lanes and explores the city’s current life, including a 10-minute stop to view Riga’s Art Nouveau architecture. The tour ends with a 10-minute ride through a park and along a canal, finishing at the Latvian Freedom Monument. The operator provides a professional guide, bicycle, and helmet. The tour does not include lunch, drinks, or hotel transfers. It runs in all weather, so appropriate clothing is required.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Town Square Introduction
The tour starts with a 5-minute introduction to Riga’s history in the town square to provide context for the ride.
5 min
Latvian Riflemen History
A 10-minute stop to learn about the history and significance of the Latvian riflemen.
10 min
1905 Russian Empire History
Five minutes are spent discussing key events around 1905 that shaped Riga and Latvia during the final years of the Russian Empire.
5 min
Daugava River Ride
On the 3pm tour, the route follows the banks of the Daugava River, offering views of Riga's TV and Radio tower.
Oldest Riga Suburb and Jewish Ghetto
About 30 minutes are dedicated to exploring Riga’s oldest suburb, which prospered into the 20th century and was later designated as the Jewish ghetto during World War II.
30 min
Moscow District and Old Jewish Cemetery
At 15:00, the tour enters the Moscow district. In the area that was the former Jewish Ghetto, the group visits the Old Jewish cemetery. The Moscow district also features many unique wooden houses.
20 min
Central Riga Bike Lanes
The route passes through central Riga on long bike lanes, providing views of the city’s daily life and urban atmosphere.
Art Nouveau Architecture
A 10-minute stop highlights Riga’s famous Art Nouveau buildings in the quiet city centre.
10 min
Park and Canal Ride
The tour includes a 10-minute ride through a park and along a canal to conclude the cycling section.
10 min
Latvian Freedom Monument
The final 5-minute stop is at the Latvian Freedom Monument, marking the end of the tour.
5 min
Meeting point
Look for Crumble cake cafe - we start here. You need to arrive on time for the tour.
End point
Look for Crumble cake cafe - we start here. You need to arrive on time for the tour.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Riga 3-Hour Bike Tour of Historic Suburbs and Central District
by Riga Events and Tours SIA
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€78Overview
The tour’s highlight is cycling through Riga’s oldest suburb, once the Jewish ghetto during World War II, where participants spend about 30 minutes learning its history. The route also includes a visit to the Old Jewish cemetery and the Moscow district, known for its distinctive wooden houses. The 3-hour guided bike tour begins in Riga’s town square with a brief history introduction. It continues to spots explaining the Latvian riflemen and events around 1905 during the Russian Empire’s last years. Riding along the Daugava riverbank, riders see Riga’s TV and Radio tower before entering the central district. Here, the tour passes long bike lanes and explores the city’s current life, including a 10-minute stop to view Riga’s Art Nouveau architecture. The tour ends with a 10-minute ride through a park and along a canal, finishing at the Latvian Freedom Monument. The operator provides a professional guide, bicycle, and helmet. The tour does not include lunch, drinks, or hotel transfers. It runs in all weather, so appropriate clothing is required.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Town Square Introduction
The tour starts with a 5-minute introduction to Riga’s history in the town square to provide context for the ride.
5 min
Latvian Riflemen History
A 10-minute stop to learn about the history and significance of the Latvian riflemen.
10 min
1905 Russian Empire History
Five minutes are spent discussing key events around 1905 that shaped Riga and Latvia during the final years of the Russian Empire.
5 min
Daugava River Ride
On the 3pm tour, the route follows the banks of the Daugava River, offering views of Riga's TV and Radio tower.
Oldest Riga Suburb and Jewish Ghetto
About 30 minutes are dedicated to exploring Riga’s oldest suburb, which prospered into the 20th century and was later designated as the Jewish ghetto during World War II.
30 min
Moscow District and Old Jewish Cemetery
At 15:00, the tour enters the Moscow district. In the area that was the former Jewish Ghetto, the group visits the Old Jewish cemetery. The Moscow district also features many unique wooden houses.
20 min
Central Riga Bike Lanes
The route passes through central Riga on long bike lanes, providing views of the city’s daily life and urban atmosphere.
Art Nouveau Architecture
A 10-minute stop highlights Riga’s famous Art Nouveau buildings in the quiet city centre.
10 min
Park and Canal Ride
The tour includes a 10-minute ride through a park and along a canal to conclude the cycling section.
10 min
Latvian Freedom Monument
The final 5-minute stop is at the Latvian Freedom Monument, marking the end of the tour.
5 min
Meeting point
Look for Crumble cake cafe - we start here. You need to arrive on time for the tour.
End point
Look for Crumble cake cafe - we start here. You need to arrive on time for the tour.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.